A Detailed Comparison of the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje.

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Cane Corso Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cane Corso and for the Kooikerhondje. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cane Corso or the Kooikerhondje.

Cane Corso versus Kooikerhondje

Cane Corso versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

A very important difference between the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cane Corso is a large-sized dog while the Kooikerhondje is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cane Corso belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Kooikerhondje belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Cane Corso versus Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cane Corso to the Kooikerhondje based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje

Factor Cane Corso Kooikerhondje
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Height 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 14 years
Kid-Friendly 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Weight 90 to 120 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $2020 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cane Corso in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Kooikerhondje. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Cane Corso is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kooikerhondje is a better pet than the Cane Corso. So, you should get the Kooikerhondje!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Cane Corso versus Kooikerhondje

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje

    Below is a list of where the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje are most different:

  • Cane Corsos do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Kooikerhondjes adapt well to apartment living.
  • Cane Corsos have a very high tendency to drool. However, Kooikerhondjes do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Cane Corsos are very easy to train. However, Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.
  • Cane Corsos are very easy to groom. However, Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.

    • The Similarities Between the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje

    The Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje are most similar:

  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cane Corso versus Kooikerhondje

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje.

    Cane Corsos weigh 90 to 120 pounds when fully grown. Cane Corsos are 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cane Corso versus Kooikerhondje

    The lifespan of Cane Corsos is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Cane Corsos is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

    Kooikerhondjes live longer than Cane Corsos.

    Cane Corso versus Kooikerhondje
    Cane Corso versus Kooikerhondje

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cane Corso versus Kooikerhondje

    Cane Corsos do not like to be left alone.

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cane Corsos shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

    Cane Corsos shed moderately.

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Cane Corso or the Kooikerhondje

    Cane Corsos have a very high tendency to drool.

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cane Corso or the Kooikerhondje?

    Cane Corsos are very easy to groom.

    Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Cane Corso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kooikerhondje?

    Cane Corsos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Cane Corsos Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    Cane Corsos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cane Corsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cane Corso vs. Kooikerhondje

    Cane Corsos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cane Corsos can tolerate hot weather.

    Kooikerhondjes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cane Corso or the Kooikerhondje?

    Cane Corsos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Cane Corsos good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    Cane Corsos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cane Corsos and Kooikerhondjes?

    Cane Corsos do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Cane Corso Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

    Cane Corsos are very easy to train.

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Is the Cane Corso Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?

    Cane Corsos do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cane Corso or the Kooikerhondje?

    Cane Corsos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cane Corso

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cane Corso that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cane Corso:

  • Fila Brasileiro (76 percent match with Cane Corso). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Fila Brasileiro.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kooikerhondje that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Kooikerhondje:

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Cane Corso vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Cane Corso vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cane Corso and how the Kooikerhondje compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cane Corso and of the Kooikerhondje to other breeds:

    Cane Corso Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Cane Corso versus Kooikerhondje. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cane Corso and the Kooikerhondje better suits you and your family.